Vintage Necklaces

Based on the popular slide chain design of the Victorian era, this lovely revival piece is every bit as beautiful as the original!

The thick rolo link chain is fashioned in brass and has chain tassels on each end. The slider also is made of brass with a Victorian inspired design and a faceted topaz glass centerpiece. 

Necklace has no closures and it designed to go over your head. 

Measurements

Length: 26"
Tassels: 2"

Markings: None

Condition: Very Good
Shows light signs of wear. Metal has a nice vintage patina. Glass centerpiece has light surface scratches. Twisted metal O ring around the glass piece moves in the setting, but cannot come out. None of these flaws detract. Priced accordingly. 

This knockout necklace was designed to turn heads! 

Clearly paying homage to the great Joseff of Hollywood, this stunning piece has 6 slinky chains on each side culminating in a colorful glass cabochon studded centerpiece.

The piece de resistance is the undulating, fringed crescent moon studded with jewel tone cabochons. The pendant has a nice weight to it, guaranteeing that it will always hang nicely. 

Necklace fastens with a tongue and groove clasp. 

Measurements

Length: 17"
Drop: 6.25"

Markings: None

Condition: Very Good
Shows light signs of wear. Metal has a light patina in places. Some of the glass cabochons have light surface scratches. None of these flaws detract. Priced accordingly. 

This colorful bohemian necklace was ahead of its time in the 1920s. A hundred years later, and it still has an exceedingly modern vibe. 

Each glass bead is hand wrapped on brass wire and linked to two small brass paddles, which add a slight musical jingle when worn. Beads measure around 3.5mm.

Necklace has no closures and can be worn long or doubled. 

Guaranteed to compliment any outfit! 

Measurements

Length: 50"

Markings: None

Condition: Very Good
Brass paddles have a patina due to age. Does not detract. 

This colorful bohemian necklace was ahead of its time in the 1920s. A hundred years later, and it still has an exceedingly modern vibe. 

Each glass bead is hand wrapped on brass wire and linked to two small brass paddles, which add a slight musical jingle when worn. Beads measure 5mm.

Necklace has no closures and can be worn long or doubled. 

Guaranteed to compliment any outfit! 

Measurements

Length: 60"

Markings: None

Condition: Very Good
Brass paddles have a patina due to age. Does not detract. 

Add a little sparkle to your Charleston step with this incredibly rare 1920s paste and celluloid necklace.

A favorite among flappers in the Roaring '20s, this beautiful necklace is crafted in cream colored celluloid and imbedded with brilliant topaz paste rhinestones. 

Necklace carefully stretches to be worn. Please exercise care with this piece as too much stretching could cause it to snap. 

A true collector's piece!  

Measurements

Interior measures 12.75" around when unworn.
Diameter: 4"

Markings: None

Condition: Very Good
Necklace shows light signs of wear. It has been hot pin tested on the inside, so there are two tiny pin holes that are not visible when worn. A couple of rhinestones look as if they may have been replaced. Does not detract. Priced accordingly. 

This stunning necklace is dripping with Art Deco decadence!

Made of intricately designed brass findings and faceted vibrant amethyst Czech glass, this exquisite piece features delicate contrasting enamel leaves and fans on each link. 

Fastens with a spring ring.

Measurements

Length: 14"

Markings: None

Condition: Good
Necklace shows signs of wear. Enamel is cracked or damaged on every link. Most damage is only noticeable with a loupe. Still a beautiful and wearable piece. Priced accordingly. 

Once known as the largest ring manufacturers in the world, the history of Ostby and Barton is a bit of a Cinderella story befallen by tragedy.

Engelhart Ostby was a Norwegian trained jeweler who emigrated to the United States in 1869. After working for a number of jewelers, Ostby met Nathan Barton and together founded Ostby and Barton Co. in 1879.

Beginning with less than $3,000 to their name, Ostby and Barton found fast success; taking the jewelry business by storm and quickly becoming a household name.

But all of that good fortune came to a halt in April of 1912, when Ostby and his daughter, Helene, were returning home from their trip to France to study European jewelry design and production.

When the duo were preparing to head back to their home in Providence, RI, they heard from friends about a new ship sailing to New York, the RMS Titanic. Ostby purchased two first class tickets for he and his daughter. 

Late in the night on April 14, the Titanic struck and iceberg and began to sink. Ostby and his daughter Helene made it to the deck of the ship before Ostby decided to return to his room to grab a jacket to protect him from the cold air. That was the last time he was seen alive.

Helene boarded a lifeboat and made it to safety, while her father unfortunately perished with the ship.

After Helene had time to process the terrible tragedy, she returned to Rhode Island and joined her brother and his daughter to become joint owners in Ostby and Barton Co.

The company continued producing jewelry into the 1950s, and we are forever thankful for that!

This beautiful shell cameo necklace was made in the 1920s while Helene was at the helm of the business.

It is fashioned in sterling silver and has all of the delicate details and high-quality finishes that one expects from the Ostby and Barton Co. even down to the intricate filigree bail. The hand-carved cameo has a concave back and the sterling mount was custom made to fit the irregular shape of the shell.

It fastens in the back with a push down box clasp that is highly detailed and a work of art itself!

Measurements

Chain Length: 17"
Pendant Width: 1"
Pendant Length: 1.5"

Marked: OB Sterling

Condition: Excellent
No flaws to note.